Ray Bentley
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There's a plethora of Hollywood blockbusters on TV each day, showing the world in great peril. People watch. They might eat some popcorn, and then they turn the channel. Maybe that's one reason too few are concerned that their real coming cataclysm could be right around the corner. Pastor Ray gets our attention today. Mark Chapter 13
Some people have an academic faith. They believe all the right precepts and know all the right scriptures say all the right things. Others not only know the Word of God, they know the God of the Word. They have a rich, personal, active relationship with them on a daily basis. Let's see how we can all be that kind of believer. Mark Chapter 12:18-27
Most Bible students are familiar with the account of Jesus overturning the moneychangers tables in the temple. But Pastor Ray says many people missed the point of the story. They misunderstand just what the issue was today. As we continue our studies and Mark will dig into this event and get a firm understanding from Scripture. Mark 11
f there's any doubt that God has His hand on the events of our world today, Pastor Ray says, Take one look at the nation. Israel, a homeland for the Jewish people. The disappeared for 2000 years and then was reborn just as recently as 1948. Today we'll see. It's strong evidence of the Lord's resurrection power. Mark 11
Today, some believe in Jesus, others don't. Even in Jesus day, some believed. Others didn't. Surprising is that is in spite of the miracles, the transfiguration, the Ascension. In spite of his wisdom and compassion. Some didn't believe. Today we'll explore that dichotomy and what we can learn from it. Mark Chapter 11
One good look at the news will show how man is capable of doing some pretty horrendous things. And that's only the things that were discovered. The heart is deceitfully wicked, but God's grace is decisively willing to welcome those who come to Him with hearts of repentance and humility. Mark 10:17-31
Trust is walking across the bridge. Today, we'll take a step and trust in God. Mark 10:17
We apologize for recent technical difficulties. Regular programming will be resuming! It's humbling when someone much younger than ourselves seems to know more than we do. How many times, as someone half our age, known twice as much about our computer issue or about social media, or how to work the TV remote? Today, Pastor Ray points out Jesus said, We can learn about faith from a child. Mark 10:1
When cars get old, we trade them in. When clothes get old, we get rid of them. When buildings get old, we tear them down. We live in an impermanent society. So it's a challenge for us to wrap our minds around something lasting forever. Today, Pastor Ray points out eternity is a long time to be in the wrong place. Mark 9:38-50
We all value humility. None of us likes a hearty bragger, and none of us sees ourselves that way. But C.S. Lewis said humility is not thinking less of yourself. It's thinking of yourself, laughs. Today, Pastor Ray continues our studies in Mark as we learn how to follow the humility of Christ. Mark 9:38
We may be surprised to see those will be first in God's kingdom. They'll be people we've never heard of. They'll be people who serve quietly behind the scenes, never grabbed the spotlight, wanted no special recognition or accolades. Mark 9:14
God likes the ends of ropes. It's where He finds the most willing disciples. It's when we get to the end of our rope that we're finally able to place our full faith and trust in God to bring us through. Mark 9:14-37
Pastor Ray Bentley takes us to the top of a mountain to witness the transfiguration of Christ. Mark 9:1
Before the dazzling special effects of Steven Spielberg and George Lucas. Before the surprising illusions of David Copperfield. Harry Houdini. There was a spectacle even more overwhelming because it wasn't magic or manipulation. It was the Messiah. Today we look at the Transfiguration. Mark Chapter 9
We live in a culture that rewards those with initiative, the self-assured, those who don't let anything or anyone stand in their way to the victor go the spoils as the old saying goes. But today, Pastor Ray points out a higher pathway. It's a pathway that leads ultimately to the throne in heaven Mark 8:31
After the police officer has pulled you over, you can argue with him all you want about how unfair the speed limit is, how you don't like it, and how no one knows better than you how safe of a driver you are. If you're speeding, you may get a ticket. Today, insight from Pastor Ray on the inescapable authority of God's Word. Mark 8:31
What humans know fills libraries. What we don't know is how much we don't know. And when we consider the omniscience of God and all that takes place in the eternal realm, which we can't see, we can begin to realize how limited our understanding really is. Mark 8:22
The very word Christian speaks of being a replication of the Lord. It means being little Christ. We're to show the world what Jesus looks like. We're to let Him fill us with His spirit. We're to put on the mind of Christ and let his thoughts and values replace our own remark. Mark 8:22-30
There are some who don't walk as closely with the Lord as they know they should, but there are others that are on fire. They pray, they study, they fellowship, they evangelize. But sometimes they feel a little superior. They can become judgmental. Today, Pastor Ray helps us recognize that danger as we look at the Pharisees. Mark 8:11-21
It's impossible to be both judgmental and loving towards someone at the same time. And the Lord never said they shall know you are Christians, by your judgment, was. So how do we avoid the trap of living as judgmental Pharisees? Mark 8:11-21
Among the miracles of Jesus. Some are obvious, some not as much. It's easy to recognize that the blind see the deaf here and the lame walk. But the healing he offers on the inside of us sometimes is only obvious to us. Mark 7:31
Seeing Jesus of Nazareth begin, his miraculous earthly ministry must have been overwhelming to those who knew him. Now, that carpenter on the next block, Joseph and Mary's son, he's healing people, raising them from the dead, turning water into wine. What's that about? Today, Pastor Ray helps us see what they saw. Mark 7:31
o much of life is relative to you and me. $100 is a lot of money. But to a billionaire, his net worth may be changing by thousands of dollars every minute, given the fluctuating stock market. Well, today we learn about one woman who recognized a little from someone who has a lot is still of considerable value. Mark 7:24-25
We all fall into two categories those who are facing significant challenges and those who will be. And the Lord promises that He'll walk with us through the fire today, Pastor Ray points out an encounter Jesus had with someone who needed his help with a crisis. Mark Chapter 7:24-25
